Senior HSE Advisor

CIMIC Group; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Hybrid working arrangements

Ongoing professional development

Diverse project portfolio

Job summary

Sedgman, a CIMIC Group subsidiary, is seeking a Senior HSE Advisor to join the team in Brisbane or across Australia. You will provide practical HSE guidance, support incident investigations, and drive risk management across sites, projects and corporate functions within the APAC region.

The role requires a Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety or higher, strong risk management and auditing experience, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in an HSE advisory role within mining, resources, construction, heavy industry or a related environment.
• Strong knowledge of risk management, incident investigation and auditing processes.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide HSE guidance to operational and project teams across the business.
• Conduct audits and compliance reviews to ensure alignment with legislative and company requirements.
• Support incident investigations, root cause analysis and corrective action management.
• Facilitate risk assessments and critical risk management activities across operational and project environments.
• Assist with contractor management, prequalification and assurance processes.
• Develop and deliver HSE training, awareness initiatives and safety communications.
• Monitor and report on HSE performance, trends and improvement opportunities.
• Support site teams through regular travel and engagement with frontline personnel and leaders.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Influence safety outcomes

Organisational skills

Driver's Licence (Australian)

Education

Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety or higher

Certificate IV Training and Assessment

Job description

Sedgman is a market leader in the design, construction and operation of mineral processing plants for the global resources sector. Our specialised technical expertise, proven track record in Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Management (EPC and EPCM) delivery and our advanced commercial capabilities enable us to provide complete solutions which are valued by our clients. Sedgman is a wholly owned subsidiary of CIMIC Group Limited, one of the world's leading international contractors and the world's largest contract miner.

Setting the standard in terms of safety, innovation, technical capability and project delivery, we offer outstanding career opportunities with offices throughout Australia, Canada, Germany and across the globe. The expertise and enthusiasm of our people and professional, friendly atmosphere is paramount to our continued success.

Sedgman is proud to offer the position of Senior HSE Advisor to join our team in Brisbane or Perth. Working within our HSE team, you will play a key role in supporting operations, projects and corporate functions across Australia and the broader APAC region, partnering with leaders to drive positive safety outcomes and continuously improve HSE performance.

This is a diverse and hands-on role offering exposure across operational sites, project delivery teams and corporate stakeholders. You will provide practical HSE guidance, support incident investigations, facilitate risk management activities and contribute to the ongoing development of Sedgman's safety culture and systems.

Key Accountabilities

• Provide HSE advice, coaching and support to operational and project teams across the business.
• Conduct audits, inspections and compliance reviews to ensure alignment with legislative and company requirements.
• Support incident investigations, root cause analysis and corrective action management.
• Facilitate risk assessments and critical risk management activities across operational and project environments.
• Assist with contractor management, prequalification and assurance processes.
• Develop and deliver HSE training, awareness initiatives and safety communications.
• Monitor and report on HSE performance, trends and improvement opportunities.
• Support site teams through regular travel and engagement with frontline personnel and leaders.
• Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of HSE systems, processes and standards.

What You Bring

• Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety or higher qualification.
• Demonstrated experience in an HSE Advisory role within mining, resources, construction, heavy industry or a related environment.
• Strong knowledge of risk management, incident investigation and auditing processes.
• Experience supporting operational and project-based teams across multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to influence positive safety outcomes through collaboration and engagement.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence.

Highly Regarded

• Certificate IV Training and Assessment.
• Return to Work Coordinator experience.
• Standard 11 and G1, G8 and G9 competencies.
• Experience within EPC/EPCM, mining or mineral processing environments.

What We Can Offer You

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Exposure across operations, projects and corporate teams throughout Australia and APAC.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced HSE leaders within a well-established team.
• Diverse portfolio of mining, minerals processing and construction projects.
• Ongoing professional development and long-term career growth opportunities.
• A collaborative focus on continuous improvement, innovation and safety.
• A supportive and inclusive team environment.

Please note you must hold a current Australian Driver's Licence and have the right to work in Australia.

Sedgman is an equal opportunity employer. We support diversity in the workplace and foster a culture where employees can reach their full potential by feeling respected, included and heard.